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Don’t Forget Dad!

June 10th, 2010 · No Comments · Books & Reading, General

It’s that time of year again!  Time to celebrate all those fathers, grandfathers and uncles that help make our lives wonderful. With Father’s Day only 10 days away, we know you are pondering that age-old question: “What should I get dad this year?” Before you go running to buy dad another tie, another set of [...]

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How do you solve a problem like the holidays?

December 7th, 2009 · No Comments · Books & Reading, Philanthropy

What’s the perfect gift for the mother of your brother-in-law? What object could you press into service that would tell her both “Happy Holidays” and “I’m glad that we’re now related through marriage?” A trendy lime green toaster? Are bath salts too personal? If you’ve ever faced a conundrum like this one, please rest assured [...]

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Donate to First Book and Grow Your Heart 3 Sizes This Holiday

November 23rd, 2009 · No Comments · Books & Reading

This holiday season, your donation to First Book will get twice as many books into the hands of kids who need them most. Donate before December 31st, and your contribution will be matched book-for-book by Random House Children’s Books. A donation to First Book is the perfect way to honor a loved one or simply [...]

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Books for Books Blog Contest

November 12th, 2009 · 290 Comments · First Book Events, General, Philanthropy

Remember that off-the-beaten-path, Mom and Pop restaurant that a friend of a friend told you about? Chances are it was the best meal of your life. In support of life’s little known treasures, Fang Duff Kahn Publishers created the newest addition of their City Secrets series, Books: The Essential Insider’s Guide, a book to help [...]

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